Baker's Dozen

Fundraising Groups

2007-01-01T11:53:00.000-08:00

Trying to find the best fundraising ideas can be confusing. We hope to make navigating through the different options available as easy as possible. That is why we created a new section at Game Day Fundraising designed to help specific groups find the programs that best suite their particular fundraising group.

Elsewhere on our site you will find fundraising ideas divided by individual product. But in this new section, we focus on fundraising programs. We know what works well for a high school booster club fundraising program may not be the best fundraiser for a Boy Scout Troup fundraising idea. A baseball league might try one program while a soccer league might find better results with different programs.

The best way to use this page is to identify the category your group best falls under. Then look for the more specific fundraising groups. As you click on those links you will be taken to a section that is geared specifically to fundraising programs that have worked for your type of group.

School Programs

School fundraising is one of the largest segments of fundraising. There are many different age groups that fall under this category which need a wide variety of school fundraising ideas. There is a list of groups provided that best describes your school group. Select one and review the different fundraising programs suggestions. Finding the right school fundraiser does not need to be complicated anymore.

Sports Leagues

Researching the right sports fund raiser is the most critical choice for a successful fundraiser. We have put together some sports specific fundraising programs so that your sport can meet your fundraising goals. We hope you will find the perfect sports fund raising program for your group.

Churches

There are many areas within the church and faith-based community that depends on fundraising for its operating funds. We offer diverse church fundraising ideas so you can find church wide options and fundraisers geared toward smaller groups. If you do not see your type of group listed, give us a call: 1-866-524-0155.

Non-Profits, Charities & Clubs

Non profit fundraising is essential to so many groups. We have provided just a small sample of the type of groups that depend on non-profit fundraising for their very existence. This is the most diverse group in terms of needs and purpose, and can be the group that often needs the most help choosing the right non profit fundraising idea. If you do not see your type of group listed, give us a call: 1-866-524-0155.

Busy, Busy, Busy

2006-12-09T18:59:00.000-08:00

It's that time of year when time flies and before you turn around Christmas is already here.

We have been busy over at Game Day Fundraising preparing for your fundraiser.

If you are a school, sports league like baseball, basketball, football or soccer and gearing up for your next fundraiser, give us a call: 1-866-524-0155.

Keys to High Participation in Your Fundraiser

2006-09-02T14:52:00.000-07:00

Prizes are the key to participation
There is a difference in prizes offered by Fundraising companies - some are just Trinkets and then there are Prizes. Look for a company that offers Prize Programs that are “Custom” designed and offered to you at no cost. Some prize programs only supply prizes to the “top” sellers but not everyone can be a top seller and kids know it. The program that you use should provide prizes for everyone and be accumulative. This will encourage the kids to sell more.

Participants are the vehicles of Fundraising
The “Difference Maker” for any fundraiser is a high percentage of student participation. The more you have involved the more you sell, sounds obvious but isn't always easy to do. Your leaders and parents have to buy into your fundraiser.

Motivation of your leaders and participants is the #1 Reason for Success!
All the direct “Hands On” adults (Principal, Teachers, PTA/PTO Sponsors, League President, Coaches, etc.) involved with the fundraiser need to be behind the fundraiser. If they are excited about doing the fundraiser then they can get the kids excited, when the kids are excited then the parents will be involved as well. One way to get your leaders and parents motivated is by providing them incentives as well.

Advertising your Fundraiser
You should always create a parent take home letter describing what you are trying to accomplish with the fundraiser, what the goal of the fundraiser is, describe the student prize program and the incentives for the parents. Along with the take home letter for the parents, find ways to advertise the fundraiser to alert your community when it will be happening and the purpose of the fundraiser.

Length of the Fundraiser
It is always good to include two(2) weekends during your sale. It is easier to catch your customers around on the weekends. This also typically catches at least one pay period of your customers.

Candle Care

2006-08-27T14:41:00.000-07:00

For all those who enjoy (get pleasure from or take pleasure in) the treasured aroma of scented candles in glass containers...without the blackened soot!

At issue is the printed disclaimer on how to care for a scented candle in a glass container.

First - the opening/throat of the glass needs to have a "real wide" mouth to enable the fragrance to be emitted from the melted pool of wax for maximum satisfaction.

Second - keep the wick trimmed to 1/4" in height, out of a draft and limit continuous burning to no more than 3 hours.

Third - and best of all - Never blow out a candle wick flame or use a snuffer - when you extinguish the flame use a metal blade (like a table knife) and push the burning wick into the pooled wax. The flame is out with no smoke, no smell of a blown-out wick and the glass rims will not get black from the soot. With the same blade push the wick back to a standing straight position and ready for the next lighting...it really works!!!